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natural-disasters1 year ago

"Maui County Mayor's Response to Deadly Wildfire Under Scrutiny"

A report from Hawaii Attorney General Anne Lopez has highlighted Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen's response to the devastating wildfire last summer, raising questions about his actions during the crisis. The report revealed delays in declaring an emergency and lack of communication with state officials, as the fire ravaged Lahaina, killing over 100 people and causing billions of dollars in economic loss. Former officials have criticized the government's response as negligent, while Bissen has acknowledged the investigation and emphasized his commitment to aiding Lahaina's recovery.

via CBS News|
#hawaii#hawaii-wildfires#lahaina
us1 year ago

"Maui Wildfire Victims Finally Identified: Closure for Community"

The last victim of the Maui wildfires has been identified as Lydia Coloma, 70, bringing the death toll to 100. The fires, which began in August, devastated Lahaina, with thousands of structures, mostly homes, destroyed. Criticisms have been directed at officials for chaotic evacuations and not sounding evacuation sirens. Tourism has started to return to West Maui, but residents are struggling to balance the need for tourism with their own trauma and housing concerns.

via CBS News|
#hawaii#hawaii-wildfires#lahaina
philanthropy2 years ago

Celebrities Unite to Aid Hawaii Wildfire Victims with Direct Payments

Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson have established The People's Fund of Maui to provide direct payments of $1,200 per month to victims of the recent wildfires in Hawaii. The celebrities donated $10 million to kick off the fundraiser and are seeking additional public donations. The fund aims to assist adults whose homes were destroyed by the fires, offering them the agency to decide how best to use the funds. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided an initial payment of $700, but many have expressed that it falls short in addressing long-term recovery needs.

via BBC|
#direct-payments#fundraising#hawaii-wildfires
politics2 years ago

President Biden's Westward Journey: From Maui Tragedy to Lake Tahoe Vacation

President Joe Biden is embarking on a western vacation, starting with a visit to Lake Tahoe before heading to Maui to tour the devastation caused by the deadly wildfires. Biden has faced criticism for his initial lack of response to the tragedy, but has since expressed gratitude for international contributions and promised assistance to the affected areas. The death toll has surpassed 100, with thousands of buildings destroyed and many still missing. Republicans have compared Biden's response to his failure to visit a town in Ohio affected by a train derailment. The president's vacation plans have been interrupted by the Hawaii trip, and he will remain in Lake Tahoe until Saturday.

via Daily Mail|
#hawaii-wildfires#joe-biden#lake-tahoe
philanthropy2 years ago

Celebrities Rally to Support Maui Fire Survivors and Emergency Aid

Actor Matthew McConaughey and his family are sponsoring a flight of emergency supplies for survivors of the deadly wildfires in Hawaii. Partnering with Baby2Baby, they are funding a plane filled with hundreds of thousands of emergency supplies requested by Hawaiian relief organizations. The fires have displaced many people and claimed numerous lives, with the death toll expected to rise. McConaughey urged people to support Baby2Baby or any other relief efforts to provide much-needed help to the affected communities.

via CNN|
#baby2baby#emergency-supplies#hawaii-wildfires
natural-disasters2 years ago

Biden's Response to Hawaii Wildfires and Recovery Efforts Under Scrutiny

President Joe Biden is set to address the devastating Maui wildfires during a speech in Milwaukee, as the White House defends and explains the federal government's response to the disaster. The administration has been in regular contact with Hawaii Governor Josh Green and is providing support through various agencies, including FEMA, the US Coast Guard, US Navy, US Army, Small Business Administration, US Department of Agriculture, Department of Health and Human Services, US Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Protection Agency, and Department of Defense. Former President Barack Obama has also asked for contributions to help wildfire victims in Maui.

via CNN|
#biden#federal-response#fema
entertainment2 years ago

Britney Spears' Emotional Journey to Rebuilding Her Relationship with Her Sons

Britney Spears shared a throwback dance video on Instagram, showcasing her impressive moves while wearing a white crop top and blue bikini bottoms. Meanwhile, her ex-husband Kevin Federline confirmed that their sons, Jayden James and Sean Preston, are safe in Hawaii amid the country's devastating wildfires. The family recently moved to the state, and the children are not affected by the wildfires as they live on a neighboring island.

via Daily Mail|
#britney-spears#dance-video#entertainment